GRE Word List
PROPONENT
one who argues in favor of something : advocate
The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| subordinate | placed in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior |
| ominous | being or exhibiting an omen : portentous |
| acknowledge | to recognize the rights, authority, or status of |
| saccharine | of, relating to, or resembling that of sugar |
| coroner | a usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner |
| apolitical | having no interest or involvement in political affairs |
| droll | having a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality |
| traduce | to expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation |
| indices | signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index |
| dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |